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Insights into your neighborhood. ISSUE 2: May/June 2013 Insights into your neighborhood.

Editor/Creative Director Thanks Mark Castellino

Research Assistant Kim Nguyen Thank you for the overwhelming, complimentary response we received for our launch issue! Focus (ISSN 2328-1359) is published monthly and distributed free to This month’s theme is ‘Home’ – specifically, the fun part homes in Brentwood CA 90049. of decorating and enjoying the space you live in. There are profiles of our favorite personalities who live and work in NEXT MONTH... Brentwood. We highlight great places to shop for home .....our focus is on our Kids issue. furnishings, furniture and antiques so, this month, make We will have camps, classes, kids plans to visit your neighborhood and support the creative activities, party places and events. people working here. If you have a story, suggestion or want to advertise, please email us at [email protected] I hope you enjoy this free issue – please email us your comments and suggestions for future themes.

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Write to us and send gifts to: 149 South Barrington Place #178, If you like what we’re doing and Los Angeles CA 90049 you want to promote your business We offer a FREE design service to 20,000 readers in Brentwood, when you book an Ad space, no Email inquiries, news stories, you can reserve a spot, starting at matter the size. Just send us your promotions, suggestions, photos $125. Please ask for our Media Kit logo and text. We’ll do the rest. and compliments to: at [email protected] or [email protected] download it at brentwoodfocus.com CONTENTS Brentwood is home to some of the finest creative people, renowned designers and elegant furnishings. If you’re See Live Play planning to spruce up your home, we introduce the players and their roles in creating your... STORYtory Feature 28 18 BOOK Architect Designed Kid’s Stuff Houses Things to do in the next 30 days Continuing the theme, we look from interactive plays to watching 14 at renowned architect designed a polo match. houses for sale. A. Quincy Jones HOME A great new retrospective of the Eat Photo: Lisa Romerein/Gianetti Home master architect opens at the Hammer museum. Do 5 Storybook Home The main players and their roles in creating your storybook home. 26 Mmm, Burgers. Some of our favorite burgers are 16 22 in jogging distance. Robert Davi Bike It The former Bond villain has It’s Bike Month so let’s explore a sweet voice. Hear him sing things to do on two wheels. Sinatra at the Vibrato Grill in Bel Air.

4 FOCUS | MAY/JUNE 2013 brentwoodfocus.com 5 Home Michael Ostrow/ The Tastemakers Roger Stoker HOLLYWOOD REGENCY Brooke Gianetti Michael Ostrow and Roger Stoker seek inspiration from PATINA STYLE history, reinterpreting great Brooke Giannetti is a Calfornia-based interior decorator, shop owner, design of the past into interiors and blogger. Brooke’s projects often incorporate Belgian, French and that are modern yet inviting. Swedish antiques, tightly slipcovered linen furniture combined with Founded in 2000 by designers Michael Ostrow and industrial and outdoor elements. She frequently collaborates with Roger Stoker, Grace Home Furnishings provides a her husband, architect Steve Giannetti, on projects as well as their vibrant, inviting atmosphere where you can shop, place home furnishings store, Giannetti Home. Brooke and Steve’s work has a custom order, or get personalized decorating advice appeared in Veranda Magazine, Coastal Living, C Magazine, Romantic Homes, HGTV, New from their team of in-house designers. Whether you Old House, Rue Magazine, Red Book, Good Housekeeping, The New York Times and several are looking for a unique piece of furniture or full-scale regional publications. Their first book, Patina Style, was published in September 2011 by interior design services, Grace Home Furnishings can Gibbs Smith. Brooke began her blog Velvet & Linen in 2009 to share her inspirations, and the turn that vision into a reality that is classic and refined, elegant yet comfortable.

Hillary Thomas MID CENTURY/ VINTAGE Hillary is the inspiration and original founder of Hillary Thomas Designs. Ten years ago, she “officially” took the plunge (but she’s been decorating her entire life!) and launched a traditional interior design business in Santa Monica, CA. The business has evolved from a successful interior design Ostrow and Stoker, with backgrounds spanning the firm into a vibrant product and lifestyle company. fields of interior design, furniture manufacturing, art Hillary believes that good design is not history and architecture, are the creative forces behind something off-the- shelf or necessarily one the store’s design aesthetic. Their recently introduced projects she and Steve are working on, as well as the building process of Patina Farm, their particular style. Rather, it’s an eclectic mix Grace Home Collection© of custom upholstery and home in Ojai, CA. Velvet & Linen now reaches over 150,000 readers every month and was of the high and the low, where inexpensive case good pieces, which they design and manufacture named by the Washington Post as one of the Top 10 Design Blogs. flea market finds and fine antiques can in California, is built to order and can be customized in any way. They have also designed interiors for high Single room typical budget: $25K- $50K – includes window treatments, rugs, all furnishings effortlessly coexist. Originally from Locust Valley, Long profile clients including Madonna and Heidi Klum and T: 310 826-2407 Island, Hillary brings her passion for design Seal. Their work has been featured in House Beautiful, [email protected] and her open spirit to all her projects. Her Traditional Home, Architectural Digest, Angeleno, www.gianettiarchitects.com goal is to bring out the inner-creative in even Los Angeles Magazine and the Los Angeles Times. her most left-brained clients and friends. Recognized across the country for excellence in “We love to create spaces with Rooted in her belief that life is multicultural, design, Grace Home Furnishings is also known for an emotional impact that multilayered, and inspiring, Hillary loves their adorable chocolate brown Labrador retrievers, nothing more than harmonizing different Gracie and her predecessor, Grace. Grace was the celebrate family life and original mascot of the store and perfectly expressed the beauty in the imperfect.” lifestyles, tastes, and beloved objects into a thoughtfully designed and highly the Grace Home brand – a seemingly effortless style of individualized living space. refined taste and elegance. Single room typical budget: $25K- $75K Single room typical budget: $30K- $100K T: 310 472-2206 T: 310 476-7176 [email protected] www.gracehomefurnishings.com www.hillarythomasdesigns.com

6 FOCUS | MAY/JUNE 2013 brentwoodfocus.com 7 Home The Interior Designers Dana Lauren Kathryn The Landscape Designer Designs Waltzer TRANSITIONAL ALL STYLES/ Little Castle Productions Maryland native CONTEMPORARY TRADITIONAL Dana Feldstein was “It’s all about the With more than 15 years of born with a keen client.” experience in event co-ordination sense of style and Kathryn Waltzer’s a natural passion and interior design, Erin Castellino unique ability to interpret a project’s mood for design. After graduating from Syracuse started her own design firm, Little and identify proper supporting design University with a major in retail and a Castle Productions, in 2010. She minor in management, Dana worked as a elements has allowed her to amass a has a keen eye for colors and retail buyer for major companies, including portfolio of striking interior and exterior patterns. In collaboration with her carefully selected team Bloomingdale’s in New York. design projects reflecting a variety of tastes, Stephen Block of custom furniture makers and artisans, Erin is an expert Shortly after moving out West, Dana styles and budgets. Whether producing LANDSCAPE DESIGNER at helping her clients design, paint, and furnish their dream completed the designing of her first and environments for a traditional home, a Inner Gardens’ president Stephen Block has homes. then second home, confirming that interior mid-century modern, a contemporary or a vast knowledge of garden materials, rare Erin has worked with clients at every step of the design design was her calling. an outdoor space, Waltzer works closely plants, sculpture and landscaping for both process on a variety of different projects, such as Cape Cod Her approach is to find that one object that with the client, helping them achieve residential and commercial spaces. Since vacation homes, Aspen winter retreats, downtown Los speaks to you and then build around it using their desired result. A graduate of UCLA 1989, when Inner Gardens opened, Stephen Angeles luxury offices, and Bel Air estates. Erin’s flexibility the colors, style and character. Extension’s Environmental and Interior Block’s two Los Angeles showrooms offer extends to a wide range of budgets. Her overwhelming Dana’s strong work ethic, resourcefulness Design Program, Waltzer has been helping the finest and most unusual specimens objective is to create elegant spaces that her clients truly and personable nature, combined with her people with their homes and work spaces anywhere. love, and in which they feel at home. inspired vision produces outstanding results. Designers and stylish gardeners flock to since 1995. Single room typical budget: $25K- $75K Knowing that the client must live with Inner Gardens to find something special, one Single room typical budget: $35K- $75K T: 310 694-8111 the finished product, Dana is sensitive not of kind and unique. [email protected] to force her own style. She knows when to T: 310 890-0712 www.littlecastleproductions.com push you slightly beyond your comfort zone [email protected] and when to let your vision and style come www.kathrynwaltzer.com through. Bonesteel Trout Hall Single room typical budget: $10K- $20K SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA T: 310 498 6677 BEAUTY [email protected] www.danalaurendesigns.com Since founding their partnership 20 years ago, Heidi Bonesteel, Michele Trout and Jill Hall have been recognized as one of America’s most successful and creative Interior Design teams. Bonesteel Trout Hall’s projects include national and international residences, golf residences, restaurants, private clubs and yachts. Their signature design style epitomizes the laid back glamour of the California lifestyle. This “California look” has attracted clients from as far away as Saudi Arabia and Australia, where their use of color, natural materials and a relaxed, whimsical style works its magic equally well. Heidi, Michele and Jill travel extensively in search of inspiration. They draw upon their California upbringing and European heritages to create spaces that inspire lightness and More Designers fun, while remaining classically in balance. Their projects Storm Interiors / Designers Call Georgette Westerman Stephen’s vast knowledge of rare plants, trees, have been featured in Architectural Digest, House Beautiful, 1014 Amherst Avenue Los Angeles, CA shrubbery and antiques offers the access California Home, Western Interiors, California Home and Heidi, Michele and Jill each have 20 years of design experience and each Los Angeles, CA 90049 T: 310.425 8228 to the most discerning customers. Most recently, Inner Gardens completed the new Design, and Coastal Living. In 2011, Bonesteel Trout Hall bring a wealth of personal and professional experience to the partnership. Tel 310.820.5958 [email protected] earned a spot as one of the 20 emergent and/or au courant www.storminteriors.com www.georgettewestermaninteriors.com Spago patio, Soho House rooftop and Elton Heidi and Michele received their professional certificates from UCLA after John’s LA residence. Opening the door to designers to be featured in the online TradHome inaugural graduating from University of California at Santa Barbara and Pepperdine issue. LUXE magazine has recently named them a Style Maker Susan Jay Alan Kosa Inner Gardens is a journey into horticultural University. Jill received her degree from UCLA. splendor and amazing objet d’ art for the for 2012. And in 2013, Bonesteel Trout Hall received the Pacific 2148-C Federal Avenue Los Angeles, CA 90025 garden and home. Design Center’s “Stars on the Rise” award, which honors design Single room typical budget: $150 per sq. ft. Los Angeles, CA 90025 T: 201-207-1912  6050 West Jefferson Blvd. professionals who have achieved recognition in various fields T: 310 454-8762 T 310.954.8118 [email protected] Inner Gardens www.bonesteeltrouthall.com www.susanjay.com www.alankosainteriors.com CA 90016 T: 310-838-8378 of design. www.innergardens.com

8 FOCUS | MAY/JUNE 2013 brentwoodfocus.com 9 Home The Designer/Architect The Contractor/Developer The Artisan

Tom Callaway Cadee Wilder Thomas Callaway Associates, Inc. (TCA) is an interior design and WALLPAPER DESIGNER residential design practice. Tom Callaway, owner and principal Grace & Greg Shain designer, has designed and renovated residences locally and across What makes her collection Shain Development, Inc. is a full America, including projects in Beverly Hills, Malibu, Santa Fe, Jackson unique is her knack for finding service general contracting and Hole, Chicago, New York, Natchez, Miami and Southport, Connecticut. inspiration in everyday things. design firm, with over 25 years of Based in Santa Monica, TCA has been a respected leader in the Los “My creative process isn’t really experience. They specialize in luxury Angeles design community since 1989. Initially an interior design a process, its like an explosion - home development, primarily on the service, it soon developed into a comprehensive practice that includes I see something and BAM! all of West side, including new construction, architectural design and planning, construction supervision, landscape design, interior decoration a sudden my mind is racing, then I just start remodels, and restorations. Their and a line of custom furnishings. drawing and writing everything down as fast passion is to create one-of- a-kind, In the past 24 years of business, Tom and his team as I can before its gone.” Capturing a time, timeless, dramatic, and functional have completed over 100 residential projects, place or atmosphere and being able taking it homes. They are constantly challenging themselves to think out of the including those for numerous film and television home with you is what Kreme wallpaper is box for the most effective and efficient way to build. actors, directors, writers, producers, musicians, all about. Currently, Shain is developing an approx. 10,500 sq. ft. home in Pacific agents and studio executives in the entertainment Cadee designs without pretense, and her Palisades on Chautauqua Blvd. The property measures over 53,000 sq. ft. industry. This work has brought his firm national wallpapers have an honest perspective and will include 7 bedrooms, 9 ½ bathrooms, 3 family rooms – one on acclaim and distinction in many shelter books and rooted in folk art from all over the world, each of the three levels, 2 laundry rooms, an expansive motor court, pool well known design magazines. On multiple occasions along with everyday influence of life in with spa, a large backyard with an outdoor entertaining pavilion, and Tom has been included in House Beautiful’s ‘Top 100 California. Her designs are elegant, exciting, incredible views of Rustic Canyon and the ocean beyond. This American designers in America’. He has appeared from time to time on the HGTV network. alluring, and provocative. Her versatility has style home will have East Coast, Georgian, and Colonial influences but In 2012 Tom opened an art and antiques gallery called ‘Stuff Tom Likes’, which can be visited enabled designers to use her papers from the will be designed for today’s modern lifestyles. The home will be available by appointment, and can be viewed online at 1stDibs. He has also completed a collection of textile most prestigious hotels in Las Vegas to accent for sale in spring of 2014. prints on Belgian linen that he expects to bring to the market this year. Tom and his family have walls in residences across the United States. been living in Brentwood since 1986. T: 310 968-7827 T: 323 932-0068  [email protected] [email protected] T: 310 828-1030  [email protected] www.thomascallaway.com www.shaindevelopment.com www.kremelife.com www.stufftomlikes.net

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1. Green Square Pillow 2. Swedish Writing Desk 3. Dexter Sofa 4. Harlowe Bookcase 5. Amalia Sugar Pot by Juliska 6. Moroccan Tray 7. Alistair Chair 8. Gorgeous French Leather $315 $3775 $2865 $2125 $88 $395 $2380 Club Chairs 100% linen finished with violet Circa 1810 ON SALE till 5/31 Shown in Recycled Douglas Fir This divine petite lidded pot by Notre Monde - Painted, This beautiful slipper chair is $9,000.00 trim and embroidered in endless Swedish Writing Desk 90”w x 29”h x 40”d wood, natural finish. makes a pretty presentation of handmade driftwood tray, based on a vintage 1960s game France, 1930s knot motif. Included polyester W33.75” x D22.75” x H44.75” Seat Space: 73”w x 25”d x 19”h 96”w x 96”w x 12”d sugar and preserves moroccan pattern. chair. Stunning pair of leather club insert. Gianetti Home Cisco Home Eden LA Height: 5.0” 24” diameter W34” x D32” x H31” x SH16.5” chairs with fantastic patina. 22” x 22” 11980 San Vicente Boulevard 11975 San Vicente Boulevard 11600 San Vicente Boulevard Capacity: 6.0 oz Signed by the artist. Grace Home Furnishings W34” x D32” x H31” x SH16.5” Hillary Thomas Designs Los Angeles, CA 90049 Los Angeles, CA 90049 Los Angeles, CA 90049 Haven & Co Calypso Home 11632 Barrington Court Gianetti Home 11973 San Vicente Boulevard (310) 826-2407 www.ciscohome.net www.edenla.com 11965 San Vicente Boulevard Brentwood Country Mart Los Angeles, CA 90049 11980 San Vicente Boulevard Los Angeles, CA 90049 www.gianettiarchitects.com Los Angeles, CA 90049 Santa Monica CA 90402 www.gracehomefurnishings.com Los Angeles, CA 90049 www.hillarythomasdesigns.com www.haven.bridgecatalog.com www.calypsostbarth.com www.gianettiarchitects.com

12 FOCUS | MAY/JUNE 2013 brentwoodfocus.com 13 Photos: Randel Urbauer Art A. Quincy Jones BUILDING FOR BETTER LIVING

This is the first major museum retrospective of the Los Angeles-based architect’s work. Archibald Quincy Jones (1913–1979), who was known as Quincy, practiced architecture in Los Angeles from 1937 until his death in 1979. - July 7 A quiet modernist and dedicated architecture professor Ernest Cole Photographer Ernest Cole (1940–90), one of South Africa’s first black photojournalists, passionately pursued Fowler, Museum at UCLA. at the University of Southern his mission to tell the world what it was like to be black under apartheid. With imaginative Monday & Tuesday: closed California, Jones worked daring, courage and compassion, he portrayed the lives of black people as they negotiated Wednesday: noon – 5 pm to bring a high standard of through apartheid’s racist laws and oppression. Lines of migrant mineworkers waiting to Thursday: noon – 8 pm design to the growing middle be discharged from labor, a schoolchild studying by candlelight, parks and benches for Friday: noon – 5 pm class by reconsidering and - Sept 8 “Europeans Only,” young men arrested and handcuffed for entering cities without their Saturday/Sunday: noon – 5 pm refining postwar housing and passes, worshippers in their Sunday best, crowds crammed into claustrophobic commuter Admisssion Free. emphasizing cost-effective, JONES’S PRACTICE Projects include work for John Entenza’s trains; these are just some of the scenes that Cole captured between 1958–66. More info: fowler.ucla.edu innovative, and sustainable Jones is equally well-known for the glamorous Case Study House program, Sasha Brastoff building methods. In addition, homes he designed for clients like the actor Gary ceramics factory, USC’s Annenberg School of Jones is among the first Cooper and the art collectors Frances and Sidney Communications, expanded headquarters for architects of this period to view Brody, as he is for his sensitive and modest housing furniture manufacturer Herman Miller, and a developments as an opportunity developments built in the 1950s and 1960s. From Tiny Naylor’s restaurant and bar. Notable built to build community through 1946 to 1950 Jones worked with a collaborative projects around Los Angeles, which are still in shared green spaces, varied team of other architects, engineers, and landscape use, include St. Michael and All Angels Episcopal home models, and non-grid site architects to design the Mutual Housing Association Church (Studio City, 1962) and the Northridge planning. Jones is credited with of Crestwood Hills, a unique housing cooperative over 5,000 built projects, most of more than 160 homes in Los Angeles’s Santa of which still exist today, as the Monica Mountains. Additionally, with his professional clients and homeowners shared partner Frederick E. Emmons, Jones designed many Eichler Homes developments in California around San Francisco and Los Angeles. Easy-going and ambitious, Jones worked closely and often with other designers, including architects Paul R. Williams, Frederick Emmons, Whitney Smith, and Edgardo Contini; landscape architects Garrett Eckbo and Thomas Church; developer Joseph Eichler; and interior designer William Haines, among others, throughout his career. Pacific Coast Highway (contact sheet), 1974-1975 Standard, Amarillo, Texas, 1962 In addition to residential architecture, A. Quincy Congregational Church (Northridge, 1962), both - July 21 Jones also designed churches, restaurants, libraries, of which feature soaring interior spaces that Ed Ruscha university buildings, schools, and commercial utilize laminated timber construction, and the Ed Ruscha’s art is characterized by graphic simplicity, playful humor, and a keen interest in Getty Museum buildings. Jones prioritized the spatial experience headquarters for Warner Bros Records (Burbank, the vernacular as it applies to both language and architecture. This exhibition explores his 1200 Getty Center Drive Jones’s compassion for ‘better of each building’s interior space, used lightweight 1975), which brought the warmth of materials photography, including well-known photo-based book projects. He moved to Los Angeles in Monday: closed living.’ Known by architects for structural systems, and had an interest in ‘greenbelt associated with the domestic scale to a large 1956 and over a span of 50 years, he has produced paintings, photographs, prints, drawings, Tuesday - Friday: 10am – 5.30 pm designing from the inside out, planning,’ making him a premier architect for the office building. and films that often reflect on the city’s vernacular architecture, urban landscape, and car Saturday: 10am - 9pm Jones’s homes and buildings are residential developments and corporate campuses Hammer Museum culture. Photography has always been central to his artistic practice, notably his extensive Sunday: 10am – 5.30 pm celebrated for expansive interior that flourished during the post-war period. He 10899 Wilshire Blvd CA 90024 documentation of Los Angeles streets, beginning with Sunset Boulevard in 1965. Several of Admisssion Free. Parking $15 car. spaces, thoughtful and efficient constantly experimented with materials including Monday: closed, Tuesday - Friday: 11am – 8 pm, the photographs that appeared in these publications became source material for works of art More info: getty.edu building layouts, and a reverence steel, plywood, and masonry block construction and Saturday/Sunday: 11am – 5 pm for the outdoors, which still that he would realize in other media, either at the same time or years later—for example, the put particular emphasis on the siting of buildings to Admisssion $10. Thurdays Free. photograph of Standard Station, Amarillo, Texas, published in Twentysix Gasoline Stations and resonates in contemporary design ensure access to light, air, ventilation, and views. More info: hammer.ucla.edu today. later abstracted in a well-known painting now in the Hood Museum of Art, Dartmouth College.

14 FOCUS | MAY/JUNE 2013 brentwoodfocus.com 15 Photo: Michael Lamont TILL JUNE 9 Perfor- Annapurna Real life husband and wife team, Megan mance Mullally, (Will & Grace), and Nick Music Theater Dance. Offerman (Parks & Recreation), star in ANNAPURNA, written by Sharr White and directed by Bart DeLorenzo. 26 MAY After twenty years apart, Emma tracks Jazzreggae Festival Ulysses to a trailer park in the middle 10:00am of nowhere for a final reckoning. What UCLA Intramural Field, Los Angeles, CA unfolds is a visceral, profound and After 26 years, the JazzReggae Festival at sometimes funny meditation on love UCLA has become one of most diverse, unique, and well renowned music festivals WEDNESDAY 29, THURSDAY 30 MAY and loss with the simplest of theatrical on the West Coast. Bringing together Robert Davi elements: two people in one room. 8pm with opening comedian Mike Marino Robert Davi is an award-winning actor, screenwriter, director, producer, and what many are – June 2 finding out, an extraordinary jazz vocalist, as stated by many, including Quincy Jones: “As FS Miss Julie would say, ‘Koo, Koo.’ Wow! I have never heard anyone come this close to Sinatra’s sound – August Strindberg’s classic about sex, greed and manipulation is adapted by the and still be himself. Many try, but Robert Davi has the voice, tone, the flavor and the swagger. modern master of such tantalizing topics: Neil LaBute. The scandalous turn of What a surprise.” the century drama, banned in Britain for nearly fifty years after its publication, From his portrayal of James Bond villain Franz Sanchez in “Licence to Kill” to FBI profiler chronicles the night-long flirtation and seduction between the wealthy lady of the Bailey Malone in “Profiler,” Robert Davi is one of the film industry’s most recognized tough house and one of her father’s household employees. Set guys, whether on the big screen or on television. Interview Magazine has called him “a latter- on Long Island just before the 1929 stock market crash day Humphrey Bogart” and GQ Magazine has compared him to silver screen classics Robert some of the most influential artists from and featuring one of theater’s most commanding female Mitchum and Lee Marvin. His tough exterior masks a powerful inner sensitivity, which he calls around the world, this two day event is a upon for his most notorious roles providing complexity to characters even where, initially, it blend of music, art and culture that attracts characters, this world premiere adaptation couples was not present. This entertainer always gives passion and heart to all he does. One has to over 20,000 guests a year. Ziggy Marley provocateurs Strindberg and LaBute who capture the only listen to his debut music album, Davi Sings Sinatra: On the Road to Romance (Fontana/ and Marcia Griffiths are among the artists timeless consequences of passion and power. Universal Music Group), to experience it. performing. Tickets $37-$57 for preview performances and from $47-$77 Davi has always loved to sing and entertain. At 15, he received acclaim for his voice, having Tickets $30 – 1 day pass for the regular run. been awarded First Place in the prestigious New York State School Music Association Solo $50 – 2 day pass Geffen Playhouse 10886 Le Conte Avenue, CA 90024 Competition. As a young adult, he studied under several top vocal teachers including the More info: www.jazzreggaefest.com T: 310-208-5454 legendary Tito Gobbi, Dan Ferro of Juilliard, Samuel Margolis (who taught Robert Merrill) and More info: geffenplayhouse.com most recently, renowned vocal coach Gary Catona. “From White’s poignant script to Bart Vibrato Grill 2930 Beverly Glen Circle, Bel Air, CA 90077 T: 310 474-9400 DeLorenzo’s faultless direction to Megan More info: www.vibrato.herbalpertpresents.com

Photo: Messe Solenelle/LA Opera Mullally and Nick Offerman’s beautifully SATURDAY 17 MAY centered performances, ‘Annapurna’ is a lovely 4 MAY-26 MAY theatrical construct from the ground up.” - F. Dulce Rosa Kathleen Foley, LA Times Plácido Domingo Conducts this World Premiere. The Broad Stage and L.A. Opera have joined What The Butler Saw forces to co-produce the world premiere of Dulce Rosa, a fully-staged opera by composer “This heart-wrenching story of love and loss Dr. Prentice, a psychiatric doctor in an exclusive, will capture you from start to finish. Whether Lee Holdridge and librettist Richard Sparks, based on the Isabel Allende short story “Una private clinic, is attempting to interview (and Venganza” (“An Act of Vengeance”). Dulce Rosa is a tale of romance and ruin, of revenge seduce) an attractive would-be secretary, Geraldine. this is a crushing embrace or a welcome caress and redemption set in a South American country in the early 1950s. In the aftermath of a Unwittingly surprised by his wife, he hides the girl. The is entirely up to you.” - Michelle Sandoval, violent political uprising, a young woman plans her revenge against the merciless guerilla affairs multiply as Mrs. Prentice, being seduced and EDGE blackmailed by young bellhop Nicholas Beckett, has who murdered her father. Plácido Domingo, The Eli and Edythe Broad General Director of L.A. promised him the secretarial post. When a government Opera, will conduct a production featuring the L.A. Opera Chorus and Orchestra. The title role inspector arrives, chaos, underpants and cross- Tickets: Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays: will be performed by Uruguayan soprano María Eugenia Antúnez. The media art director and dressing lead the charge. This classic British farce will $25; set designer is Yael Pardess, with costumes by Durinda Wood, lighting by Anne Militello, and be sure to have you rolling in the aisles. Saturdays, Sundays: $30 8pm. Tickets: $20. projections by Jenny Okun. This is the inaugural project of the L.A. Opera Off Grand series, Odyssey Theater 2055 South Sepulveda Blvd. CA 90025 devoted to new and eclectic operatic works presented in venues away from the company’s Morgan Wixson Theater T: 310-477-2055 home at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion.Tickets $150 2627 Pico Blvd. Santa Monica, CA 90405 More info: www.odysseytheatre.com Edye Broad Stage. 1310 11th St, Santa Monica, CA 90401. T: 310 434 3200. More info: www.morgan-wixson.org More info: thebroadstage.com

16 FOCUS | MAY/JUNE 2013 brentwoodfocus.com 17 NOW - JUNE 30: SAT 12-12.30pm, SUN 1.30-2pm JUNE 1: 11am - 6pm Winnie The Pooh Santa Monica Festival Costs: $15 Adult $10 Child Ages: All ages KIDS Ages: 5 and under Costs: Free Things to do in May and June Journey deep into the hundred acres woods with Christopher Robin to play The Santa Monica Festival features live music, dance with Winnie the Pooh, Piglet, Eyore, Rabbit and energetic Tigger. Winnie the performances, art workshops, food trucks, cooking Pooh and his friends are sure to delight all ages as they encourage the ask demonstrations, fitness classes, and other interactive MAY 18: 11am the audience to help Pooh search for honey. Classic songs from Winnie the activities that reflect the culture and diversity of this seaside Story Pirates Pooh as well as toddler favorites will have the whole family stomping their community. Free admission, parking and bike valet.Clover feet, clapping their hands and singing along! Ages: 3-12 Park, 2600 Ocean Park Blvd., Santa Monica, CA 90405 Costs $13-$15 More info: smgov.net While many children’s theater troupes tell stories to kids, JUNE 8: 7pm - 10pm the Geffen Playhouse Story Pirates believe that every child Silent Film Event has a story to tell -- especially yours! The process begins by Ages: All ages collecting stories from local kids (submit your story online) – MAY 18 - JUNE 2: 11am Freckleface Costs: $35 Priority seating: whether it’s a world where cats can fly or a rock opera about $80 Gala: $350 (includes fuzzy alien tickle monsters, the Pirates will turn any short Strawberry post-film supper) story into a hilarious sketch comedy musical! Described Ages: 3+. Join Los Angeles as “Monty Python meets Schoolhouse Rock,” this show is Costs $10 Adult $7 Child different every week. Pitched perfectly to grown ups and kids Chamber Orchestra on Saturday for their 24th Annual Silent FRECKLEFACE STRAWBERRY Film event. The evening features Buster Keaton’s Our Hospitality alike, The Flagship show can set sail with your whole family was just like every other girl on board. Plus, there’s free ice cream for the whole audience! (1923) with music composed by Carl Davis and conducted by – except she had bright red Timothy Brock and Walt Disney’s Hungry Hobos (1928) with Geffen Playhouse, 10886 Le Conte Avenue, CA 90025. hair and something worse… More info: geffenplayhouse.com freckles! This upbeat children’s music composed and conducted by six-time Emmy-Award musical based on the beloved winning composer Mark Watters. Both scores are performed live New York Times Best Selling by Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra. Following the films, book by actress Julianne Moore the LACO hosts a supper party on the Ahmanson Terrace for teaches a wonderful lesson VIP patrons. This fun 30 minute show is specially designed for the under 5 crowd about loving the skin you are Royce Hall UCLA, 340 Royce Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90095 and their families. The show is light and bright with minimal dialogue, in. Morgan Wixson Theater, no black outs or scary villains. The makeup is minimal and costuming is 2627 Pico Blvd. Santa Monica, Photo: Marcin Dabrowski “Pajama Style” so it’s not intimidating. Twinkle-Theater shows are audience CA 90405 interactive and have a special section for children to sit on stage or close More info: morgan-wixson.org to the stage, so they can easily get up and sing and dance with the characters. It’s absolutely fine for your child to blow their instrument, talk to the characters or sing and dance with them! Musical instrument toys Photo: Emma Thompson are given to children when they enter the theater prior to the show. We JUNE 2: 10.30am encourage you and your child to use the instrument or sing during songs! A Faery Hunt After all shows there is a character meet and greet where your child may Ages: 2-8 get autographs, take pictures and video. Promenade Playhouse, 1404 3rd Street Promenade, Santa Monica, CA 90401 T: 310 804-0223 Costs: $12.50 A Faery Hunt is an interactive show. The JUNE 1, 2 - JUNE 8, 9: performances include dancing, singing and MAY 18: 10.30am 11am - 5pm Annenberg Pre-Season embrace uplifting life James Horvath/Andrew & Polly messages of kindness, Storytime & Musical Extravaganza Splash forgiveness, respect, and Ages: All ages Ages: 3-103 ecological responsibility Costs: $4-$10 Costs: $13-$15 in a light and entertaining JUNE 9: SAT 2-5pm & SUN 10-1pm. In James Horvath’s brightly illustrated new picture book, It’s not open daily until June 15th but Polo Match Dig, Dog, Dig: A Construction Tail, Top dog Duke leads a you can get a splashing pre-season way. There is only gentle Ages: All ages hilarious crew of colorful dogs to work a construction site and preview these two weekends at the and silly fun in all of our Costs: Free build a new park. Providing music for James’ presentation wonderful oceanside Beach House. shows – Nothing is scary in will be children’s music phenomenons Andrew & Polly. Their Built in the 1920s by William Randolph our Faeryland. Take the whole family to the only remaining polo field in Los Angeles. It folksy vocal harmony and cornucopia of acoustic instruments The shows are amusing and was originally the private estate of Will Rogers, the cowboy, author, movie (mandolins, accordions, ukuleles, shakers, bananas) delight Hearst, there are plenty of things for star and polo player. In fact, Will Rogers landscaped the polo field in kids and parents alike. the whole family to do – including a fun for the whole family.. 1926, before he even built his home! Rogers and his family lived here Childrens Book World 105801/2 West Pico Blvd. splash pad, children’s play area, gallery, Crestwood Hills Park, between 1928 and 1935. During this period, he and his friends (David More info: www.childrensbookworld.com historic pool, and Marion Davies Guest 1000 Hanley Ave., Niven, Spencer Tracy, Hal Roach, Walt Disney and Clark Gable) played House. Annenberg Beach House, Los Angeles, CA 90049 on this field on weekend mornings. 415 P.C.H., Santa Monica, CA More info: Will Rogers Polo Club. Will Rogers State Park, 1501 Will Rogers State More info: beachhouse.smgov.net www.afaeryhunt.com Park Rd., Pacific Palisades

18 FOCUS | MAY/JUNE 2013 brentwoodfocus.com 19 Apparently CELEBRITY TWITTER Beyoncé and Snippets Jay-Z have plans @katyperry News and Gossip. to buy Cher’s I’m not gonna lie, I feel very 1.7-acre walled vulnerable after a nap. compound in @rupertmurdoch SUNDAY, 26 MAY 5-10PM Malibu for $40 About to celebrate buying beautiful An Unforgettable Evening – million. The small vineyard right in LA. Great Placido Domingo property comes wine, Moraga, owned by great An Unforgettable Evening will uniquely with a six-bedroom Italian Renaissance Angelino, Tom Jones. Time blend old Hollywood glamour, mansion with a gym and theater, cover,1961! philanthropy, culture, and current LA plus a walled tennis court, a pool, an society. Featuring a rare, intimate @SarahKSilverman performance by legendary Plácido underground garage, and a guesthouse. It’s a well known fact that motion- Domingo. The event will be limited to Cher first listed it back in 2008 for $45 activated paper towel dispensers 250 affluent guests at an historic private million, then relisted a couple months don’t work for jews estate in Santa Monica. ago for $41 million. Cher has at least Private Santa Monica Estate. twice turned down offers in excess of @ParisHilton For ticket or sponsorship information, Feeding my puppies their midnight $40 million.” snack. please contact John Seiber, T: (323) 930-6208. @ZooeyDeschanel [email protected] Nonfat milk is like an insult to dairy. UCLA Bruins Fixtures WEDNESDAY, 29 MAY 10AM-3PM @jimmyfallon Chic Stuff Boutique and Luncheon Bill Clinton said Hillary hasn’t said My Stuff Bags Foundation for abused anything to him about 2016. But in and neglected children will hold fairness, she hasn’t said anything to HAMMER AWARDED $100,000 him since 1998. its 4th Annual Chic Stuff Boutique FOR WESTWOOD RENEWAL and Luncheon at the beautiful Luxe PROJECT @DENISE_RICHARDS Hotel Sunset. Guests will enjoy stylish The Hammer Museum will receive a Greatest ex @charliesheen my shopping, great food, a gorgeous setting, $100,000 grant to implement an urban mom’s day gift flying me home on his plane so I can take the kids to and will be helping a very worthy cause. renewal project Arts ReStore LA: Westwood. school. Tickets are $55 each; table for 10 is $500. It will use its network of local talent and Valet parking included. Space is limited. expertise in arts and culture to curate an artisanal pop-up village, using the vacant @carlyraejepsen Reservations are required. retail spaces. The Hammer will work with the When I sneeze I sound like Snow T: 818-865-3860 building owners to provide work and retail White. All high pitched and cartoony. Luxe Hotel Sunset Blvd space for artists and artisans to sell their It’s the one time I feel like a Disney www.mystuffbags.org wares and artistic output. princess so I ham it up.

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20 FOCUS | MAY/JUNE 2013 brentwoodfocus.com 21 See/FILM MAY/JUNE: New Movies Fitness MAY is Bike Month

CLASSIC REMAKE THRILLER INDIE Photo: Luke Todd BIG BUDGET The Great Gatsby The East Before Midnight Star Trek Into The Great Gatsby follows would- Sarah Moss (Marling) is a Third sequel to the films Before Darkness be writer Nick Carraway as he brilliant operative for an elite Sunrise and Before Sunset, When the crew of the Enterprise leaves the Midwest and comes private intelligence firm whose directed by Richard Linklater. is called back home, they find to New York City in the spring top objective is to ruthlessly We meet Jesse and Celine nine an unstoppable force of terror Cycling Clubs Events of 1922, an era of loosening protect the interests of their years on in Greece. Almost two from within their own organization morals, glittering jazz and bootleg A-list corporate clientele. She is decades have passed since their has detonated the fleet and WEST LA CYCLING CLUB kings. Chasing his own American assigned to go undercover to first meeting on that train bound For those of you who are new to cycling or looking for a group to motivate you to ride on the weekends, everything it stands for, leaving Dream, Nick lands next door infiltrate an anarchist collective for Vienna. our world in a state of crisis. or who simply want to get outside, get some exercise, and make new friends. WLA Cycling club is a to a mysterious, party-giving known for executing covert The drama picks up with Jesse group of cyclists who enjoy getting outside for a weekly bike ride, with an emphasis on socializing. The With a personal score to settle, millionaire, Jay Gatsby, and attacks upon major corporations. (Ethan Hawke) and Celine (Julie Captain Kirk leads a manhunt to a rides usually include lunch. Mostly Sunday rides, (though members may lead rides anytime) start at 10 across the bay from his cousin, Living amongst them in an effort Delpy) two decades after their am. and are for beginners and intermediate cyclists. war-zone world to capture a one Daisy, and her philandering, to get closer to their members, first meeting on a train bound man weapon of mass destruction. $27 annual membership includes a Tshirt. blue-blooded husband, Tom Sarah finds herself unexpectedly for Venice. This time, the story www.wlacyclingclub.com As our heroes are propelled into Buchanan. It is thus that Nick is torn between two worlds as of the star-crossed lovers takes an epic chess game of life and May 17, 6pm- Bike drawn into the captivating world she starts to fall in love with place just before the clock strikes death, love will be challenged, LA WHEELMEN of the super-rich, their illusions, the group’s charismatic leader, midnight. Stars: Ethan Hawke, friendships will be torn apart, and Newcomer’s rides. Sunday, May 19 – 9:00 a.m. Night loves and deceits. As Nick bears finding her life and her priorities Julie Delpy Director: Richard sacrifices must be made for the The (mostly) monthly Newcomer’s rides are intended to introduce riders to club or group riding. They’re An evening celebrating all things bicyclistic! Free witness, within and without the irrevocably changed. Stars: Brit Linklater. 101 minutes. Rated: R only family Kirk has left: his crew. for riders who want to be more comfortable on group rides or on city streets with cars. The course world he inhabits, he pens a tale Marling, Alexander Skarsgard, will be decided by the leader based on the group’s cycling experience and time constraints. The rides festivities include bicycle Stars: Chris Pine, Zachary Quinto, portraits, a bike repair station, of impossible love, incorruptible Ellen Page, Julia Ormond, Patricia Karl Urban, Zoe Saldana Director: are rather flat, possibly 15 miles or so, and include a break for snacks. Everyone stays together and no dreams and high-octane tragedy, Clarkson Director: Zal Batmanglij. one is ever left behind. If you want to ride farther and faster and to more interesting places around the a screening of the 1983 J.J. Abrams Australian action movie BMX and holds a mirror to our own 101 minutes. Rated: R. 127 minutes. Rated: PG 13. Westside, the Newcomer Ride is the perfect start. Bring a signed waiver, cash for snacks, patch kit or modern times and struggles. spare tube. Bandits (starring a young, not- yet-famous Nicole Kidman). Stars: Leonardo DiCaprio ,Tobey Helmets required. Maguire, Carey Mulligan, Isla $20 annual membership. T: Kermit Ganier, (310) 367-0458. Guest hosted by artist and bicycle enthusiast/activist Lisa Fisher Director: Baz Luhrmann. www.lawheelmen.org Rated:PG13. Eat|See|Hear - Clueless Anne Auerbach. Hammer Saturday, Jun 1 5:30p Museum.10899 Wilshire Blvd, VELO CLUB LA GRANGE Katy Perry fans won’t want to miss this year’s special screening of one of her CA 90024.hammer.ucla.edu favorite films, Clueless! Snack on the new Katy Perry Kettle Corn popchips flavor One of California’s oldest cycling clubs, founded by Raymond Fouque, it fields one of the top amateur at this event. And in keeping with “girl power” all of the food trucks this evening racing teams in the United States. Past members include a Tour de France stage winner, an Olympic gold are woment owned/operated and the music is from a female-fronted band, with medalist, and numerous U.S. National and California state champions. Resources Leilani Francisco. Based on the novel by Jane Austen, Cher (Alicia Silverstone) is a As a member, you are eligible for discounts, including special “Pro-Deals” which include bicycle wealthy, popular, pretty sixteen-year-old. As the real world unfolds before her, she Bike map Westside: gradually realizes that all the intricacies of life – dating, fashion, and beauty – that components, team apparel and nutritional products. www.bicyclela.org/pdf she thought she was clued into become complicated and she is actually completely Members are eligible to participate in the intra-club racing series La Grange Cup and attend the Annual clueless. Club Picnic and year end Awards Banquet as well as special group rides and team camps. For bike maps, parking, safety info Lady Food Trucker Night! The event is dog friendly and there will be free biscuits $72 annual membership and general riding etiquette visit at the door for your furry, 4-legged friends! www.bicyclela.org Paul Revere Middle School, Allenford Ave Los Angeles, CA www.lagrange.org $10/$8 under 12 Doors: 5:30pm | Music: 7pm | Movie: 8:30pm www.eatseehear.com

22 FOCUS | MAY/JUNE 2013 brentwoodfocus.com 23 ACTIVITIES May 19, 26 – Serenity Sundays: The best things in life are Yoga and Breakfast Invigorate your weekend with Gladstones’ new Serenity Sundays Our firm’s objectives are to protect yoga and breakfast. Wake up your inner and increase our clients’ wealth. spirit with an hour-long beginners’ yoga session starting at 8AM in a private Free room. Afterwards, enjoy some light To that end we observe scrupulously Here are some things you can do dishes like Yogurt and Granola Parfait, Warren Buffett’s first two rules of California Melons with Caramelized around your neighborhood this Peaches, Poached Eggs with Avocado, investing: month, that won’t break the bank. and Heirloom Tomato Frittata. Topped Photo: Adam Rindy off with a stroll on the sand, it’s the May 17, 6pm – Bike Night perfect start to every Sunday. Rule Number: BRING YOUR BICYCLES! Donation-based. Reserve a spot T: 310 ART Pedal on over for an evening 454-3474. 8:00-10:00am Gladstones celebrating all things bicyclistic! Free 17300 Pacific Coast Hwy, CA 90272 May 18-19 – Beverly Hills festivities include bicycle portraits, www.sbe.com/gladstones Art Show a screening of the 1983 Australian action movie BMX Bandits (starring a Artists from the southland and across young, not-yet-famous Nicole Kidman), the United States will descend upon FILM bicycle-centric crafts, and free 1 four blocks of historic Beverly Gardens, admission to LLYN FOULKES. Guest June 4, 1.30pm – Wizards in the center of Beverly Hills. Nearly hosted by artist and bicycle enthusiast/ Ralph Bakshi’s groundbreaking film Don’t lose money. 250 artists personally represent and activist Lisa Anne Auerbach. about wizards, love, and fighting sell their work, art which ranges from Hammer .10899 Wilshire Blvd, CA fascism utilizes traditional cel animation traditional to edgy, from prettily pastoral Museum 90024. and a modified form of rotoscoping to grittily urban. hammer.ucla.edu Rule Number: (with help from IBM) to emphasize Beer and wine gardens serve snacks May 23, 12.30pm – Mindful the dangers of being over-reliant on and light meals, food trucks offer ethnic technology. Featuring the voice of and classic American eats, and there’s Awareness then-unknown actor Mark Hamill. (1977, live music. Mindful Awareness is the moment-by- 81 min. Rated PG.) 1.30pm. FREE; no moment process of actively and openly reservations. Skirball observing one’s physical, mental, and www.skirball.org/series/classic emotional experiences. Mindfulness 2 is a means to reduce stress, improve attention and promote a general sense of Don’t forget rule well-being. No special clothing required, MUSIC and participants are welcome to stay for 5 minutes or enjoy the entire 30-minute May 18, 6pm – Quadron Coco O is equipped with a smooth, Number One. session.Billy Wilder Theater.10899 soulful voice, and Robin, with multi- Wilshire Blvd, 90024.hammer.ucla.edu instrumental talents. Together they create electronic soul with twists of To learn more about Cheviot and to R & B and folk. Quadron draws its inspiration from Lauren Hill, Sade, Jill view our long-term performance, Scott, mixing their sounds with all kinds Show hours are from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 please visit us at www.cheviotvalue. of modern instruments. 6-9pm. p.m. and there’s easy, inexpensive Getty com or call (310) 451-8600. parking just south of the Gardens. Center www.getty.edu T: 310.285.6830 www.beverlyhills.org/artshow May 30, 6pm – The Ten Thousand The Ten Thousand (who have opened for Portugal The Man, Shiny Toy Guns, Sunday Morning Yoga and Haim) fill the Fowler amphitheater Complimentary in-store yoga from Do you know any FREE things to with their rockin’ music, energy, and 9:30am-10:30am. Take your yoga mat do around the Westside? Please fun. Opening for The Ten Thousand, and if you don’t have one, you can and returning to the Fowler for the second send your suggestions to info@ borrow one for the class. time this year, will be The Wes Coast. llc brentwoodfocus.com or post it on Cheviot Value Management, Lululemon 11920 San Vicente Blvd, Fowler, 308 Charles E. Young Drive our website: . Independent Registered Investment Advisors since 1985 brentwoodfocus.com T: 310 442-3563 brentwood-store@ East. CA 90095. www.fowler.ucla.edu lululemon.com

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24 FOCUS | MAY/JUNE 2013 brentwoodfocus.com 25 Eat & Drink

1 Eat & 1 4 Drink Burgers May is National Burger Month. What would we do the rest of the year? Here are our favorites for carnivores and vegans alike.

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1 Portobello and Sausage Burger 3 Cheese Burger Juicy grilled portobello mushroom, A huge 3-section, juicy burger comes homemade Native Sausage Seitan, with fries or a truly amazing coleslaw, caramelized onions, pomodoro, sweet an upbeat jazz band every night, low roasted garlic, creamy pumpkin seed light ambience and – did I say the pesto and mayo. burger was massive? Delicious! $9.95 $18 Native Foods Bandera Open: 11am - 10pm. Open: 11am - 10pm 3 1114 Gayley Ave. 11700 Wilshire Boulevard Los Angeles, CA 90024 Los Angeles, CA 90049 T: 310 209-1055 T: 310 447-3524 BARNEYS www.nativefoods.com www.hillstone.com Turkey Burger Louisiana Style VG – Cheeseburger Hickory and Bleu Burger $8.95 2 4 A firm textured veggie burger, topped Sliders with VG-Cheese, pickles, lettuce, Two sliders per order. I went twice tomato, red onion and chipotle ranch (anonymously), and I asked if they sauce. Ask for it El Dorado style if you would split the order. And they did like jalapeños and caramelized onions. both times. Soft, velvety texture to the It comes with a side of vegetarian organically sourced beef – and the chilli or red cabbage slaw. And while sliders are a good size. The Hickory we’re quibbling, if you don’t want the comes with bacon and bbq sauce, wholewheat bun you can have it on a the Bleu with blue cheese. Tater tots Turkey Burger (opposite) bed of steamed kale. on the side are a nice touch but you Louisiana Style $9.95 can substitute with one of the salads. Blackened with Louisiana Cajun dust, Veggie Grill $9.95 sautéed bell peppers, carrots & zucchini Open: Daily 11am - 10pm Roast $8.95 10916 Lindbrook Dr., CA 90024 Lunch: Daily 11am - 9pm. Barneys 11660 San Vicente Blvd T: 310 209-6070. 147 S Barrington Avenue CA 90049 Lunch: Mon-Fri: 11am - 10pm. www.veggiegrill.com T: 310 476-1100 T: 310 447-6000 www.roastdelimarketla.com www.barneyshamburgers.com

26 FOCUS | MAY/JUNE 2013 brentwoodfocus.com 27 Real Estate MAY/JUNE 2013: Houses for Sale, by Renowned Architects.

2847 Mandeville Canyon, CA 90049 1436 Allenford Avenue, CA 90049 $2,150,000 $1,800,000 2 Beds | 3 Baths No expense has been spared in this 1133 Miradero Rd, CA 90210 4 Beds | 2.75 Baths exquisite contemporary remodel by $8,950,000 In the January 1955 issue of Popular Mechanics Magazine West Coast architect . Taken down to the 4 Beds | 4.5 Baths Editor Thomas Stimson introduced his newly built steel frame and Zoltan Pali studs and rebuilt in 2010 with great volume, Set atop a promontory with total privacy and unobstructed views from downtown to the ocean to the Getty. A masterpiece lightweight concrete panel “House of the Future” to his readers with by , a renowned architect whose portfolio includes restorations of historic Neutra’s, Schindler’s and walls of Fleetwood sliding glass, rich dark John Bertram an open invitation to experience the house through March 1 of that Launtners. Designed in the international style, the rooms are visually seamless architectural elements that offer an array of bamboo floors, skylights w/ electric shades, year. In a clear response to John Entenza’s Case Study Program, the quietly surprising details. Among them, floor-to-ceiling walnut panels, moving walls of glass, pocket doors and wide-view Artemide sconces, kitchen w/ Caesarstone residence celebrated post-war industrial windows with concealed frames. Built using green technology, utilizing solar power, and the highest efficiency products. & laminated glass, Sub-Zero, 2 dishwashers technology, pre-fabricated wall modules, Size: 2,089 sq ft Built 2009 - Bosch & Fisher-Paykel, oven, microwave and was fitted with new conveniences Contact: Dena Luciano, Keller Williams & warming drawers by Wolf, indoor grill, Tel: (310) 600-3848 such as an automatic aluminum garage custom cabinetry throughout, separate [email protected] door. The article prophetically declared: prep kitchen with fridge & dishwasher. “About the only addition it may require Bathrooms with Ann Sacks tile & Dornbracht in the next 50 years or so would be a fixtures. Private Master with gorgeous light solar battery to provide all light, heat and Oceano Drive and Oceano Place, CA 90049 filled bathroom w/ frameless glass shower $2,995,000 power” mounted on the roof! and w/c, huge walk-in closet with built-ins. Designed by Adrian Wilson and 3 Beds | 3 Baths Wired for sound in & out, heated saline pool Architecture embraces warmth in the heart of Brentwood. proclaimed a masterpiece of construction at the time, the success & spa w/ waterfall and Brazilian Ipe deck. Conceived by award winning architect Lorcan O’Herlihy, of the Eugene Memler building system is evidenced with the New systems: copper plumbing, new roof, this stunning home blends light and indoor/outdoor living construction, and program for the house appearing today as solid tankless water heater, H2O filtration system, to create a private sanctuary that is as ideal for entertain- and practical as when it was built. Not wishing to relegate this unique two zones HVAC. Tons of storage throughout. ing a Sunday salon as it is for reading a book under the experiment in living to the past, the current owners have carefully Private guest bedroom with ensuite trees. The glass bridge that unites the private 3 ensuite updated the kitchen, baths and surfaces in keeping with modern bedrooms with the chefs kitchen and open plan living bathroom.Truly a one-of-a-kind architectural aesthetics. The original floor plan incorporates a bright and airy living space, is reflective of the innovative design choices and work of the highest design and quality. room/dining area opening to a lanai, 4 bedrooms, 2.75 baths, and an finishes that are infinite throughout this rare property. Size: 2,283 sq ft. Built 1955 Size: 3,485 sq ft. Built 1960 attached two car garage. Size: 2,362 sq ft. Built 1954 Contact: Scott Cort, Tracey Raphael, Contact: Simon Beardmore, Sothebys International John Aaroe Group Contact: Deborah Glusker, Crosby Doe Tel: (310) 892-6454 Tel: (310) 612-2939 [email protected] Tel: (310) 383-8021 [email protected] [email protected] Crosby Doe Associates, Inc. Historic and Architectural Properties

28 FOCUS | MAY/JUNE 2013 brentwoodfocus.com 29 On this Day MAY 18 19 20 21 Armed Forces Day Circus Day Victoria Day American Red Cross Visit Your Relatives Day Founded by Clara Barton in 1881.

22 23 24 25 Buy A Musical Instrument Penny Day First Morse Code National Tap Dance Day Day message sent from Washington DC to Baltimore in 1844.

26 27 28 29 Blueberry Cheesecake Memorial Day Amnesty International John F Kennedy born in Day was formed in 1961. 1917

30 31 Ice Cream Freezer World No Tobacco Day patented in 1848 by William Young

JUNE 1 2 3 4 International Childrens The Radio was patented First U.S. Space Walk By World Naturist Day 2013 Day Ed White in 1965 First Ford Made Henry Ford made his first operational car in 1896.

5 6 7 8 World Environment Day The National Basketball Donut Day National Tap Dance Day National Gingerbread Association is created in Day 1946

30 FOCUS | MAY/JUNE 2013 brentwoodfocus.com 31 LISA MANSFIELD Realtor, NRT’s Top 1,000 Sales Associates 310.481.4313 [email protected] www.lisamansfield.com Operated by Sotheby’s International Realty, Inc.

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